Flying from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Orlando International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport is 3 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Cartagena is UTC-5, which is one hour behind Orlando.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MCO to CTG flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Spirit Airlines is your ticket to exploring Cartagena (and maybe even some other great parts of Colombia!). Check out the direct flights from Orlando International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport offered by this airline.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Spirit Airlines.
With 78.57% of its services arriving as planned, Spirit Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating MCO to CTG flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Orlando International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between MCO and CTG include:
Miami International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
Currently, P5,472 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Orlando International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is P14,071. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Get cheap tickets from MCO to CTG by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Orlando International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Landing cheap flights from MCO to CTG is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as fares go down.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Orlando International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Orlando International Airport (MCO)
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Orlando International Airport, data shows 78.28% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Orlando to Orlando International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Have an early flight from Orlando International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to MCO:
Arriving at Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Orlando International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CTG instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Rafael Nunez International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Keddy By Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Cartagena and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Rafael Nunez International Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) to central Cartagena
Rafael Nunez International Airport to central Cartagena has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
When to fly to Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
August is the busiest month for flights from Orlando International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Cartagena in April.
Book your flight from Orlando International Airport to Rafael Nunez International Airport for February if you'd like to explore Cartagena during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MCO to CTG around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Colombia
You've seen Cartagena, now it's time to explore more of Colombia. Journey about 467 kilometres south to Medellin to check off its leading sights. From Parque Arvi to Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Barranquilla is another favourite destination in Colombia and is around 97 kilometres north-east of Cartagena. No journey is complete without a visit to La Casa del Carnaval Elsa Caridi, Museo del Caribe and Malecón Puerta de Oro.